Pregnancy in Aviation

摘要

Q: Hey doc, I am considering becoming pregnant. How would pregnancy affect my flight status? FS: First of all, thank you for a very important question. Many pregnant women have safely flown during pregnancy, but there are risks that must be considered. The aviation environment presents various exposure risks (noise, vibration, temperature changes, decreased oxygen, G-forces, toxic gases, etc.). These environmental changes are known to affect the mother and baby, but the extent of adverse effects remain uncertain. This uncertainty stems from research restrictions for ethical reasons. However, reviews of human pregnancy outcomes after natural, incidental, or accidental exposures in the aviation and non-aviation environments provide valuable information. Animal studies also provide additional information. Pregnancy experiences in aviation across services is also reviewed for safety. The U.S. Army Aeromedical Activity (AAMA) has issued an Army Pregnancy Aeromedical Policy Letter (APL) based on current Army Policy and available pregnancy and safety information.